In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations face the dual challenge of meeting local market needs while leveraging global scale and expertise. Publicis Sapient, a global leader in digital business transformation, has consistently demonstrated that strategic regional acquisitions are a powerful lever for accelerating digital transformation worldwide. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, where the acquisition of Third Horizon in Australia exemplifies how local expertise, when combined with global capabilities, delivers tailored, high-impact solutions for clients.
Publicis Sapient’s approach to growth is rooted in a clear vision: to create and sustain competitive advantage for clients by integrating strategy, experience, engineering, product, and data—what the company calls its SPEED capabilities. Regional acquisitions are not just about expanding geographic footprint; they are about deepening capabilities, accessing new talent pools, and infusing local market knowledge into a globally integrated delivery model.
The acquisition of Third Horizon, a leading Australian management consultancy, marked a significant milestone in Publicis Sapient’s APAC expansion. Third Horizon brought a proven track record of double-digit growth and a client roster spanning government, infrastructure, and utilities. Their expertise in strategy execution, human-centered design, operating model transformation, and change management perfectly complemented Publicis Sapient’s end-to-end digital transformation offerings.
By integrating Third Horizon’s team and capabilities, Publicis Sapient reinforced its commitment to delivering comprehensive, connected digital business transformation solutions in the region. Clients in Australia and beyond now benefit from a seamless blend of local insight and global scale, accessing a network of 20,000 professionals across more than 50 offices worldwide. This synergy enables organizations to navigate complex transformations with agility, pragmatism, and a relentless focus on measurable outcomes.
Publicis Sapient’s APAC strategy is part of a broader, proven model of regional expansion that has played out across Latin America, Europe, and the Middle East:
What sets Publicis Sapient apart is its ability to fuse local market knowledge with global best practices. Each regional acquisition is carefully selected to bring unique strengths—be it deep sector expertise, advanced technology skills, or a track record of innovation—that enhance the company’s SPEED capabilities. This approach ensures that clients receive solutions tailored to their specific market realities, while benefiting from the scale, resources, and innovation of a global leader.
For example, Third Horizon’s experience in navigating the complexities of public sector transformation in Australia is now amplified by Publicis Sapient’s global experience in customer-centric digital transformation. Similarly, Practia’s software engineering excellence in Latin America is now part of a global delivery network that spans India, Eastern Europe, and beyond.
The results of this regional expansion strategy are clear: Publicis Sapient is consistently recognized as a leader in digital strategy, customer experience, and data modernization by independent analysts. Clients commend the company for its action orientation, measurable value delivery, and ability to drive lasting cultural and business change. Whether helping a government agency in Australia, a retailer in Latin America, or a financial institution in Europe, Publicis Sapient’s integrated teams deliver outcomes that matter—faster time to market, improved customer experiences, and sustainable business growth.
As digital transformation accelerates across APAC and other regions, Publicis Sapient’s model of combining local expertise with global scale is more relevant than ever. The acquisition of Third Horizon is not an isolated event, but part of a deliberate, ongoing strategy to build capabilities where they are needed most and to deliver tailored solutions that drive real business impact.
For multinational organizations, industry analysts, and potential partners, Publicis Sapient stands as a dynamic, globally integrated partner—one with a proven model for scaling digital transformation expertise through strategic regional acquisitions. By continually investing in local talent and capabilities, while leveraging the power of its global network, Publicis Sapient is uniquely positioned to help clients thrive in the brave pursuit of next, wherever they operate in the world.